Oak Knoll provides compassionate, person-centered memory support for residents with Alzheimer's, dementia, and cognitive conditions — backed by 24/7 skilled nursing and dementia-trained staff.
Memory care provides specialized support for residents with Alzheimer's, dementia, and cognitive conditions — including structured routines, cognitive stimulation activities, behavioral management, and secure environments for residents with wandering tendencies. At Oak Knoll, memory support is integrated into our skilled nursing program with dementia-trained staff available 24/7.
Oak Knoll uses a person-centered approach including structured daily routines, music therapy, reminiscence activities, sensory engagement, and validation therapy. Care plans are built around each resident's history, routines, and comfort, and families are part of that plan.
Medicare Part A covers skilled nursing facility care when medically necessary, including for residents with dementia who require skilled nursing or rehabilitation services. Long-term memory care is typically covered by Medicaid (MO HealthNet) or private pay. Oak Knoll is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid (CMS Provider #265680).
Key factors include staffing, dementia training, how a home watches for changes in mood and well-being, structured activities, family involvement, and a secure setting. You can compare any home's inspection results and quality measures on CMS Care Compare (https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/). Oak Knoll is a 79-bed home, so residents see familiar caregivers, and we welcome families to visit and ask questions.
Yes. Oak Knoll strongly encourages family involvement. Families are welcome to visit Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, with weekend visits by appointment. We also hold Family Council meetings and provide regular updates through our family communication platform. Call (314) 521-7419 for details.